Prosper Portland
Rachel B. is a Senior Project Program Specialist at Prosper Portland, focusing on the Expanded Repair/Restore Small Business Grant within the Small Business Stabilization Project since August 2022. Previously, Rachel served as the Coordinator for Global Strategic Partnerships at Travel Oregon, and worked as a Research Assistant and Concept Writer for the Jordan Health Aid Society - International, where policy recommendations related to human rights in Jordan were researched. Additional experience includes internships and roles at the School for International Training and Metropolitan Group, as well as positions at PNC and Medical Physics Publishing, Inc. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography from Portland State University and is currently pursuing a Project Management Certificate through PSU's Center for Executive and Professional Education, while also having obtained various certificates in humanitarian response and public engagement.
Prosper Portland
Prosper Portland is an economic and urban development agency that focus on building an equitable economy by carrying out a comprehensive range of economic development programs that support small business, improve access to workforce training, and create jobs for Portland residents. They work with partners to drive public attention and resources todifferent areas of the city, which helps Portland realize capital projects – parks, streetscape improvements, community centers –that would not happen on their own, making it a better place to live for all Portlanders.Prosper Portland is headed by an executive director who reports to a five-member, volunteer board of local citizens appointed by the mayor and approved by City Council. The structure allows them to exercise independence in program implementation and resource allocation.